Thu, 12 Jun 2025

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 Baby bank charity 'struggling to meet demand'

A charity that helps parents with young babies says it is itself "massively feeling the pinch".

* The charity, Tippy Toes, provides essential items such as prams, nappies and formula to families with children from birth to four years old.
* Manager Sian Haddon says the charity relies on donations from the community and is struggling to meet demand.
* Families are coming in week by week for assistance, and some are using the charity to "keep topped up" when they cannot afford essential items every week.
* Tippy Toes also helps expectant parents who are struggling, providing a full kit of baby essentials.
* The charity was established in 2019 but is now facing challenges due to increasing competition for funding.
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